Jazz Center Rudy Gobert Slams Putback Against Magic
Nov 7, 2021, 4:48 PM
Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) dunks the ball as Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Washington Jr. (25) watches during an NBA game at Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021. The Jazz won 132-110. (Courtesy of Deseret News)
(Courtesy of Deseret News)
SALT LAKE CITY – Jazz center Rudy Gobert threw down a slam dunk on a putback during the second quarter of Utah’s game against the Orlando Magic.
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The Magic hosted the Jazz at Amway Center on Sunday, November 7.
With 11:20 remaining in the second quarter, Gobert flew down the lane to rebound a missed three-pointer by Joe Ingles.
The All-Star center jumped into the air and caught the ball before throwing it through the hoop with two hands.
Gobert’s dunk cut Orlando’s lead to 30-17.
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— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) November 7, 2021
During his first 12 minutes on the court, Gobert had six points on 3-4 field goals. He added seven rebounds and a steal.
This season, the three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year is averaging 14.6 points, 16.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.7 blocks, and 0.8 steals per contest.
Utah’s game against Orlando is broadcast on AT&T SportsNet, NBA League Pass, and The Zone Sports Network.
